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Legal Counsel Jobs in Albany, New York Metropolitan Area at New York State Unified Court System

Title: Legal Counsel

Company: New York State Unified Court System

Location: Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

The New York State Board of Law Examiners is seeking a dedicated and skilled Counsel to join our team. The Counsel will work closely with the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director to assist in the development, implementation, and oversight of policies and procedures that ensure the smooth operation of the bar examination process in New York State.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and analyze statutes, cases, and other substantive and procedural areas of the law to provide recommendations and present conclusions.

Analyze reports, enacted legislation, and case law involving complex or sensitive issues, preparing commentary on their legal implications.

Ensure compliance with State contract and procurement requirements, including the preparation and issuance of RFPs.

Review applicant credentials and determine eligibility for admission to the bar examination.

Review and evaluate requests for test accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Investigate applicant complaints and security policy violations.

Prepare and present cases for administrative disciplinary hearings.

Assist in the administration of the bar examination at sites across the State.

Perform other duties as required to support the operations of the Board.

Knowledge of substantive and procedural areas of law covered by the Uniform Bar Examination and New York Law Examination, skill in conducting investigations and administrative proceedings, knowledge of State contract and procurement rules, experience with the Americans with Disabilities Act and ability to work both independently and collaboratively is desirable. This is a full-time in-person position, with no remote option.

Qualifications:

Admission to the New York State Bar; and five (5) years of relevant legal experience.

Location:

STATE BOARD OF LAW EXAMINERS

254 Washington Avenue Ext., Albany, NY 12203

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

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